Audio-based virtual environments have been increasingly used to foster cognitive and learning skills. A number of studies have also highlighted that the use of technology can help learners to develop effective skills such as motivation and self-esteem. This study presents the design and usability of 3D interactive environments for children with…

Group-randomized trials (GRTs)--studies that evaluate the efficacy or effectiveness of interventions occurring at the group level--are increasingly used to assess the effects of school-based prevention programs on behavioral outcomes of children and adolescents. These designs pose many implementation and design challenges for school…

Investigated 19 primary school children's behavior on a school bus through naturalistic observation prior to and during the use of experimental "bus teachers" who provided safe play materials and conducted activities designed to enhance the bus experience. (ED)

An experimental program in Maryland intervenes into the education of learning disabled children while they are still in kindergarten. (Editor)

Briefly describes the curriculum at Hampshire College, an experimental school that has attempted to restructure liberal education. (Author/PG)

The chapter 1 project is a remedial reading program aimed at helping children achieve at a faster rate than those with only regular instruction. This report begins by outlining attributes for success which are as follows: (1) clear goals and objectives; (2) coordination with regular school programs; (3) parent/community involvement; (4)…

Presents brief discussions of some of the uniquely American nontraditional programs: the expanded campus; individualized curricula; interdisciplinary themes; modular credit; calendar variation; and cooperative education, using as an example the extensive coop program at Northeastern University. (PG)

Professors involved in innovative teaching can be the nucleus of a faculty development program, reinforced by their counterparts at neighboring institutions. (Editor)

Presents a brief sketch of Theodore Newcomb, author, teacher, and founder of the experimental Residential College at the University of Michigan. (PG)

Experimental programs in Covinia Valley School District have successfully incorporated career education into the secondary social studies program through refocussing a number of classroom units along the principels of awareness, planning, preparation, and decision making. (Author/KM)

This report presents a cost-effectiveness model for preservice and inservice teacher training in Australia, using a microteaching technique, relating educational (student-centered) factors and cost (management-centered) factors. The report is divided into four parts: (a) a literature survey and the experimental study; (b) attachments to Part A;…

This publication discusses plans for an experimental "middenschool" program, which is being considered for adoption in the Netherlands. The middenschool program would extend the period of basic education beyond primary school into the first stage of secondary school, serving students in the 12-16 or 11-15 age bracket. This booklet…